ADVISORS & ADMINISTRATION
We are transforming CTE students one initiative at a time.
You’ve decided to become a SkillsUSA Advisor. You are starting on a journey that will offer you and your students many rewards. SkillsUSA members develop into well-rounded people. There are a few basic steps to follow when starting a new chapter. Many of the resources you need can be found right here on the SkillsUSA website, while others are available for purchase. One of the most important things to remember is to help your students learn an effective planning process for activities and to let students take the lead on planning and carrying out your events. They will know and grow as they carry out their calendar of events.
Tools for Success
Step 1
Start a New Chapter
Joining SkillsUSA is one of the best decisions students can make as they explore, develop, and build on their education and career pathways.
Step 2
Campus Affiliation (500+)
Each school must meet the minimum number of members in the Campus Plan Agreement section.
Step 3
Submit Annual Membership
Annual membership is due by March 1. It must be paid by the deadline to be able to participate in the State and National Conference.
Step 4
How do I submit a membership?
Step-by-step instructional video on how to submit advisor and student membership.
Step 5
Professional Development Training Opportunities
SkillsUSA’s professional development offerings can assist with licensing and certification requirements.
Step 6
Price and Deadline Sheet
Competition Fees, Dates, Deadlines, and List of Competitions.
Step 6:
Prepare Students for Competition
State-only score sheets, regulations, conduct code, and State Office overview.
Membership Benefits
SkillsUSA membership has some great benefits.
STUDENT
$20 per year
- Access to career resources and contact with industry Opportunities to compete in the SkillsUSA Championships at the local, state or national levels
- Opportunities for scholarships, awards and honors Job contacts and networking opportunities A chance to learn and practice professional and leadership skills Recognition from peers, teachers and leaders within the community
- Scholarship and Award Opportunities SkillsUSA members have opportunities for more than $1 million annually in scholarships, contests, awards, and honors. Many are tied to the national SkillsUSA Championships. Each state offers its own awards and scholarships through their state conference. You can also visit our scholarships page for additional opportunities.
ADVISOR
$40 per year
- Framework Integration Toolkit: The Framework Integration Toolkit has everything you need to ensure student career readiness, including videos, lesson plans, experiential activities, and more.
- Program of Work Toolkit: The Program of Work Toolkit includes the Program of Work Launch Activity Guides, videos, and resources to help you implement effective activities.
- SkillsUSA Championships Technical Standards: The official rules and regulations for each of the competitions that are part of the championships. Available in early October!
- E-Courses: Contains SkillsUSA Framework Certification, CTE Knowledge Certification, Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a SkillsUSA Leader, and Building Self-Motivation in Student Leaders.
- Advisor Professional Development: A variety of training opportunities, from webinars to classroom to multi-day sessions, there are a lot of options for differing training needs.
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2024 State Leadership & Skills Conference
April 18-20, 2024 – Houston, Texas
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